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Lake front home with beach and boat access.

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Exterior
Newly renovated and fully stocked kitchen for all a chef needs!
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6132.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Moneta, VA
  • Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Halesford Harbor Marina
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Lake front home with beach and boat access.

Gibbs retreat is centrally located in the beautiful quiet wooded subdivision of Beechwood West at Smith Mt. Lake, making it close to shopping and activities. By water it is located at R 31 on the main channel of the Roanoke arm of the lake, less than 5 minutes by water to Hales Ford Bridge, Bridgewater Plaza and more. In just a 15 minutes drive you can access the main shopping areas of the lake, restaurants, gift shops, children activities, putt-putt golf. We are only 45 minutes from Roanoke and 55 to Lynchburg; making it easy to spend the day in either place. Gibbs Retreat is just as beautiful in the fall, winter and spring. We are surrounded by trees to enjoy the beautiful colors in fall and spring. Winter is a great time to visit and enjoy quiet time around the fireplace. SML offers a lot of fun festivals including Pirate Days the 3rd weekend in July, SML Antique and Classic Boat Festival in September, SML Home Tour in October, and Chili Festival in November. You will also find plenty of fireworks for 4th of July and events during December for Christmas . Winter would be a wonderful to spend time with family putting puzzles together, playing games, celebrating Thanksgiving or Christmas. Worried there will be no decorations for Christmas, no need I decorate the inside of the house for Christmas. Winter would also be a great time if you are an author and need a quite place to write, quilters or scrapbookers…..

Gibbs retreat is comfortable 3 bedroom wood frame house with an extra large den. The house comes with 2 lake front queen masters. One on the main level and one downstairs. There are 3 queen beds and 2 single beds available. Our newly renovated open design kitchen has a large island, new appliances and is complete with everything you need. The great room with a high beam ceiling hosts an extra-large dining table that looks right out to the lake. Our recently updated new wood floors complement our spectacular view. The outdoor deck complete with a security gate at the steps has a large table for outdoor dining, grill and seating to enjoy the view. We provide the propane for the gas grill at no extra charge. Use any floats we have in the garage. Our laundry is located in the guest bath on the main floor eliminating any trips downstairs. Bringing or renting a boat? Great! We have a covered dock with electricity. There is plenty of parking including a spot for your boat trailer. Park. We offer boat launch at our neighborhood boat ramp, ask for details.

Upon your arrival you will find starter paper products - 2 rolls of toilet paper in the bathrooms, paper towels, sponge and trash bags to get you started for you week. We provide all the dish/dishwasher and hand soaps, kitchen towels, coffee filters, and salt/pepper. We are dog friendly and will allow one dog.

Enjoy our cable and WiFi with Xfinity starting June 4, 2020, VCR/DVD and a stereo system. The basement has a game room with assorted VCR movies, library, board games, cards, poker chips and foosball table to keep the kids, big and small, occupied.
Keywords: Cottage, Lakefront, Cabin

Property manager

Betty Ann Allen
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Gibbs Retreats welcomes children!
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Events

No events allowed
No parties!
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Only one dog. NO CATS
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the house!
Children should always be accompanied at all times on property, decks and in and around the water.
Strip beds, place sheets and towels in the hall bathroom. Leave comforters and shams on bed.
Dog owners are responsible to clean up after their dogs including hair, accidents and waste. Dogs are not allowed on furniture.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties!
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Moneta

Located in Moneta, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Halesford Harbor Marina and Webster Marine Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Smith Mountain Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Moneta, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Halesford Harbor Marina - 21 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Hickory Hill Vineyards - 25 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Booker T. Washington National Monument - 26 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 40 min drive - 30.3 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke Station - 42 min drive
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jake's Place - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Napoli Cowboy - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Vinny's Italian Grill & Pizzeria - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Diamond Hill General Store - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake front home with beach and boat access. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lake front home with beach and boat access.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake front home with beach and boat access.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake front home with beach and boat access. located?

This family-friendly Moneta holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Smith Mountain Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Moneta Library and Halesford Harbor Marina. Bridgewater Plaza and Moneta Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 170 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet neighborhood, beautiful lake views

Great location on the lake with beautiful water views. The neighborhood is quiet and we enjoyed taking walks each day. Had a quiet and cozy Thanksgiving with family at the lake and plan to do it again! The hosts were amazing and very responsive and we had no issues during our stay. Looking forward to our next stay at Smith Mountain Lake!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A relaxing getaway

We had a lovely weekend getaway. The house was clean and comfortable. The elevated view of the lake was lovely, and we really enjoyed the fire pit on the deck in the evenings. The house is on a quiet street and about a 15 minute drive to stores and restaurants, but it is nice to be away from any hustle and bustle!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a great stay

Nice property with a great view. Enjoyed the back deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Chris E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place on the lake

This lake house proved to be a great place for our family to meet up. Very clean, and well equipped. A good location for spending time on & around Smith Mountain Lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

September vacation week

Very nice property. Plenty of room for myself, my wife and our dog. Easy access by car and boat. Nice boathouse/dock will easily accommodate 3 boats. Will definitely consider a return trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay!

Betty was very communicative, the house was clean and well layed out with a fantastic outdoor deck area!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house, great location

We only used the upstairs of the house and it was great to have 3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms all on one floor. The owner was wonderful to work with and very prompt to answer our questions. The house has been nicely updated. It was clean, it was great for us !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Vacation

Great neighborhood and home for family with children to visit. Nice water access, room for kids to hang out. Consider bringing a baby gate if you have an infant or toddler as steps down to walk out basement don’t have a door. Would absolutely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

erin b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice place kind of a hassle

The place is as seen online. The dock is great and the beach is a really nice plus. We booked it bc we thought we could be outside in evening/night as no quiet hours in the listing. This ended up being an issue for us. So, if you want to be able to be outside at night you should talk to host before booking. There are more rules than advertising online.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful stay but conveniently located

We had a wonderful stay. The layout of the house was perfect for a family with kids upstairs and two adults in the basement. Beautiful view of the lake from the spacious deck with lots of stairs (normal for this neighborhood) but not very steep. Had a small beach and dock that were a nice to have. The deck was gated in which was great to let the dogs out knowing they weren't going anywhere. Big spacious kitchen fully stocked with everything you need. Conveniently located. Not far from amenities. Neighborhood is very peaceful. Owner is very responsive to any questions/needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Paul L.

Liked: Check-in, communication

June 2024

Nice place. Property manger is outstanding and responds to any concerns quickly. Property itself could use some upkeep, for example the trees should be cut back near the water. Had some ants to deal with, but a house in the woods near the water will have insects. Overall, nice place for an affordable price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

Loved the property. Had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lavaughn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect hideaway

The propoerty was great. We sat on the porch, reading and watching the boats. The house was beautiful inside and had everything we needed. We would definetly stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short weekend

Enjoyed everything the house had to offer. I would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One more weekend of summer!

My family decided to pretend it was summer vacation for one more weekend. Had a great stay at Gibb’s retreat. Really appreciated the close proximity of the boat ramp, and having a boat dock on property. Loved the location of the house near Bridgewater, and thought the house absolutely suited our needs. I imagine sitting on that back porch would be sublime in the fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heavenly

We loved sitting on the deck enjoying the lake views, the functionality of the kitchen and all the toys at the house!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great week

everything was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded all expectations

This house was perfect to make our smith mountain lake vacation complete. Everyone from our 3 year- to the preteens, teen agers, adults, and even our dogs LOVED this location and home. We loved having two master bedrooms. The kids enjoyed a game room all to theirselves. We got quite the work out from the steps, and we enjoyed taking afternoon walks in the neighborhood seeing all the deer! The property managers were very responsive, and readily available to help with any problems. The only downfall was being in the open channel, the guys had trouble catching any fish, but besides that we LOVED this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roccie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

/Mr. Rocie L Lauria IV

Our stay was very nice at a beautiful home in an awesome area. The weather was great the wildlife were enjoyable and we had loads of fun on the lake. I can't forget 'the ice cream boat' either. Nice touch!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Mark S., Virginia Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4th at the Lake

We had a wonderful week's stay at Gibbs Retreat! Fully stocked kitchen with all the cooking utensils, pots, pans, and serving dishes needed to take care of our party of 8. Only complaint it's located on the main channel of lake and a boat lift would be nice to keep your boat from rough rocking in the wakes of passers by. Outside of that, we had a fabulous time and the Gibbs Retreat met all our needs!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

Beautiful home that included just about everything you’d need. The neighborhood is lovely and quiet. The hosts were wonderful and quick to respond to questions. When we’re at the lake, our family loves to swim off the dock and enjoy the more quiet water activities like paddle boarding and kayaking. This location had extremely busy boat traffic which was loud and kicked up lots of wake and waves. If you will have a motor boat then this probably won’t bother you and you will enjoy the activity of this area on the lake. It rained for lots of our trip so we were inside more than we hoped. Thankfully this was enjoyable because the house is so amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Smith Mountain Lake family vacation

We really enjoyed our stay at this property, the property was well stocked with anything one would need for family of eight. In hindsight I would have looked for property on a cove; on the weekends water traffic is high and water very turbulent, difficult to enjoy the small beach. Also home was dusty upon arrival but other than that no real issues.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay

This house exceeded my expectations. It was extremely well stocked with anything you could need. Very comfortable. Quiet location. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

House is in a beautiful, quiet setting with most anything you might need. Easy access to area sights.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald F., Dover, DE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation

We were here for our son’s graduation at Liberty University. A wonderful weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Betty Ann Allen

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My husband is a retired pilot and I manage my own business and use this house as a second home to entertain friends and our large family and grand kids.

Why they chose this property

Beechwood West is quiet, beautiful, friendly area located close to all the things you want to do while at the lake.

What makes this property unique

Gibbs Retreat is located approximately 1 1/2 miles by water and 10 miles by land to shopping and restaurants at Bridgewater Plaza.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests